Odontofroggatia

Ishii, 1934

Odontofroggatia is a of non-pollinating in the Epichrysomallidae. The genus is associated with a narrow range of fig , specifically Ficus microcarpa and Ficus prasinicarpa. Members develop within fig fruits as or . The genus was established by Ishii in 1934.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Odontofroggatia: /oʊˌdɒntoʊfrɒˈɡeɪʃə/

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Distribution

Recorded from Australia, Malaysia, New Zealand, and China (Hainan province).

Host Associations

  • Ficus microcarpa - Primary ; specimens reared from this
  • Ficus prasinicarpa - Secondary in narrow host range

Ecological Role

Non-pollinating ; likely functions as a or within fig syconia, though specific ecological role requires confirmation.

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